Magnetic And Non Magnetic Materials — Interactive Lesson (Ages 7–8)

Discover the Power of Magnets! Help Year 3 students investigate which materials are magnetic and why, building core physics knowledge through engaging, enquiry-based activities.

Exploring Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Materials with Our Year 3 Science Interactive Lesson

The National Curriculum for Year 3 Science requires students to develop scientific knowledge, vocabulary, and enquiry skills across biology, chemistry, and physics. This resource provides the interactive, visual scaffolding needed to build confident understanding of Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Materials, whether used for whole-class teaching, small-group investigation, or independent learning.

What’s Inside This Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Materials Year 3 Resource

• Interactive Physics Lesson: Clear lesson slides explaining magnetism, magnetic materials, and the key rule: only some metals are magnetic.
• Testing and Sorting Activities: Students predict and test a range of materials, sorting them into magnetic and non-magnetic groups.
• Results Recording: Structured investigation recording sheets for predictions, results, and conclusions.
• Printable Worksheets: Consolidation worksheets reinforcing key vocabulary and concepts about magnetic materials.

Key Benefits for Students

• Builds Scientific Vocabulary: Structured activities help Year 3 students acquire and use key scientific terms related to Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Materials with confidence.
• Promotes Enquiry Skills: Investigative tasks encourage students to observe, question, and explain findings about Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Materials.
• Boosts Confidence: Clear, age-appropriate content ensures every student can access and engage with the science curriculum.

Why Teachers Love It

• Zero Prep Time: A complete ‘print-and-go’ and ‘click-and-teach’ solution — open the lesson and start teaching immediately.
• Curriculum-Aligned: Fully mapped to the KS2 National Curriculum for Year 3 Science, saving valuable planning time.
• Highly Flexible: Suitable for whole-class teaching, guided groups, science corners, or homework activities.

Ready to bring Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Materials to life in your classroom? Download this Year 3 Science resource today and give your students the interactive, curriculum-aligned learning they need. Click ‘Add to Cart’ to save prep time and spark a love of science!

Designed for ages 7–8 (UK Year 3 / US 2nd Grade). Aligned to the UK National Curriculum for Science; adaptable to US state standards.